PILOT’S
GUIDE
15
STRIKE FINDER
DIGITAL WEATHER AVOIDANCE
System Reset
Figure 9. System Reset Buttons
What Is System Reset?
System Reset
function is activated by depressing and holding the two right
buttons for a few seconds and then releasing
(see Figure 9)
. System
Reset will return the display to normal operation after the use of
Dealer
Mode
. It will also activate the
sunburst pattern
to check that all
Display
pixels
(dots) are lighting correctly. Also, the software version number in the
lower left quadrant of the display can be verified, for discussions with
technical support.
USING STRIKE FINDER
Introduction
Effective and safe use of Strike Finder as a weather avoidance technology
is predicated on a knowledge of thunderstorms and their hazards. A mere
understanding of the features and functions of Strike Finder is not enough
to ensure safe piloting. Anyone who endeavors to fly in regions of severe
weather must have a thorough understanding of thunderstorms, their
characteristics and hazards
(see Weather Avoidance Concepts, p.39)
.
Flight Planning
Before embarking on any flight, careful preparation and planning should
be done.
•
Select a route that will take into consideration the landscape of the
country to be flown over, refueling stops, emergency landing areas,
prohibited areas, etc., all of which are factors that will help you to
select a good route.
•
Obtain a weather briefing from Flight Services to help you plan a safe
flight. They will give you information about prevailing weather
conditions, and forecasts of expected weather developments.
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